The 27-year-old added that his more reserved position is designed to allow Pogba more freedom in midfield.

The pair have started five matches together in the Premier League, recording one win, three draws and a defeat, while scoring five goals and conceding six.

However, performances such as those in the 4-1 victory over Leicester have given hope that Herrera is the perfect foil for the world’s most expensive player.

“Paul’s an offensive player; he needs freedom and the team needs him to have that,” Herrera said. “He can score 10 a season. With his strength, the way he hits the ball with both feet, his ability in the air, you have to make the most of that.”

‘Pogba impressed for France on Friday playing alongside Blaise Matuidi in a 4-2-3-1, with Dimitri Payet, Antoine Griezmann and Moussa Sissoko operating behind Olivier Giroud; a role in which his performances attracted criticism at the start of the campaign. It was argued the position stunted his best abilities, and yet his display for France suggested otherwise.

‘Pogba saw plenty of the ball for Les Bleus and was able to keep things ticking over in possession. While he had to be mindful of his defensive duties, on numerous occasions he was also able to break forward and find himself in good shooting opportunities.’

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